What happens if an executor fails to follow the terms of a Will?
Being an executor carries a lot of responsibility: the executor must look after all your affairs after your death and distribute your estate between the beneficiaries following the terms of your will. This can sometimes be challenging for several reasons such as bad communication and strained relationships between executors or beneficiaries. In other cases, families can…
Ensure peace of mind for your loved ones: Create a will
Planning legal steps for the future can make a huge difference to safeguard your family, whatever tomorrow brings. In an upsetting time, you can ensure your family doesn’t also have to deal with the stress of the legal issues that arise when you die without a will. In very simple words, a carefully planned will…
Who should be the executor of my will?
One of the most important decisions you need to make when creating a will is who should be the executor of your will. The executor or executors you choose will be the person that deals with the instructions in your will and handles the finances and any tax liabilities that arise. The executor will also…
When does a will need to be changed?
We always recommend that our customers review their will every five years, as well as when certain circumstances change or when major life events occur. Major life events such as marriage, divorce, the birth or adoption of a child, and the death of a family member or executor can change your finances, estate, and even…
Video-witnessing wills legislation extended to 2024
The legislation for video and remote witnessing of wills has been extended for two more years until the 31st of January 2024, giving vulnerable people peace of mind that their wills will be legally recognised. The initial change had been brought in at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic for those who had to isolate either…
Managing legal affairs for someone with dementia
September is Alzheimer’s awareness month, and we would like to join the conversation, spread awareness and give our advice on what we know best: the legal and financial aspects for people with dementia. Firstly, our team is always available to help you and your family. We offer free informal chats and considerate and informed advice. We can…
What should I include in my Will?
Whatever your age, planning and taking some small legal steps now can make an enormous difference in the future to safeguard you and your family, whatever tomorrow brings. Making a Will is important whether you feel you have valuable possessions or not. Yes, part of making a Will is to decide who will inherit your…
UK Pension Scheme Bill becomes law
The UK’s Pension Scheme Bill was granted royal assent and became law last week on Thursday the 11th of February 2020, with the government describing it as ‘’the biggest shake-up of UK pensions for decades.’’ The Act will bring in some major changes to pension schemes, including boosting the powers of The Pensions Regulator (TPR) with…
Free Will Writing: What is the catch?
You might have noticed advertisements for free Will writing or offers for a ‘’free Will pack’’ when you are browsing the internet. Perhaps you even clicked on the ads and thought that it was a great deal. Will and financial arrangements are complex, unique to each situation and require careful planning. Sadly, dealing with a…
Witnessing wills in the time of coronavirus
An update on our previous blog How to make or amend a will during a pandemic As the law stands, a will must always be made in the presence of at least two witnesses, and as you can imagine that can be a challenge during a pandemic while people are isolating and shielding. In our previous…